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Certain herbs have medicinal properties while lacking serious side effects. This has made some herbs and spices a good alternative to conventional drugs. Consult first with your medical practitioner before taking any herbs if you’re taking prescription medications for sleep, anxiety, or depression, of if you’re taking blood thinners.

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Turmeric is a great herb that adds benefit to overall health. This herb contains high levels of antioxidants, which improve blood flow to the brain and also improve heart health. Turmeric can reduce stress and increase longevity of the brain and heart.

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Basil is a natural immune-boosting herb, high in nutrients that improve overall cognitive function and can help reduce high amounts of stress

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Nutmeg is a relaxant spice, used in folk medicine to relieve anxiety and depression.

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Passionflower is considered a mild sedative and can help promote sleep. Studies show that passionflower helps ease symptoms of anxiety, irritability, agitation, and depression

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Holistic Healing Heart Center. (2016). Herbs and Spices That Help Reduce Stress and Anxiety | Dr Cynthia. Retrieved from http://drcynthia.com/herbs-and-spices-that-help-reduce-stress-and-anxiety/

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Many antidepressant medications may have harsh side effects. Utilizing herbs, spices, and essential oils is a natural way to help reduce depressive symptoms (Holistic Healing Heart Center, 2016).

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According to the World Health Organization, major depression carries the heaviest burden of disability among mental and behavioral disorders. In 2013, an estimated 15.7 million adults aged 18 or older in the U.S. had at least one major depressive episode in the past year. This represented 6.7 percent of all U.S. adults (Oliver, 2017.

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To relieve stress while improving sleep, put a diffuser by your bed and diffuse oils while you sleep at night. You can also rub topically behind your ears, on the back of the neck, your stomach and bottoms of the feet.

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Use any essential oils sparingly, whether internally or topically. High levels might cause reactions and sensitivity, so be sure to do a skin patch check before using on a regular basis. You also want to use caution if you take blood pressure medications or have an existing heart condition. Always talk to your doctor before beginning any new treatment.

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Bergamot can create a feeling of joy, freshness and energy by improving the circulation of your blood.
You can use bergamot oil by rubbing two to three drops into your hands and cupping your mouth and nose. Breathe in the oil slowly. You also can rub the oil on your feet and stomach.

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Roman Chamomile works to fight stress and promotes relaxation.  The oil benefits emotions by providing soothing qualities to help with depression.
Inhaling chamomile vapors using chamomile oil is often recommended as a natural remedy for anxiety and general depression.

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Lavender Oil benefits mood and has long been used to help battle depression. Studies have showed that there are no adverse side effects from using lavender oil to treat anxiety and depression. Lavender oil works to reduce irritability and anxiety, promoting relaxation, a sense of calmness and sleep.
To relieve and improve sleep, place a diffuser by your bed and diffuse oils while you sleep at night. It can also be rubbed topically behind the ears for the same benefits.

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Ylang ylang works because of its mild sedative effects, which can lower stress responses helping you relax.  Research shows it can help release negative emotions such as anger and low self-esteem.
Inhaling ylang ylang can have immediate, positive effects on your mood and act like a mild, remedy for depression.

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Oliver, K. (2017). Top 4 Essential Oils for Depression. Retrieved from https://draxe.com/essential-oils-for-depression/

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St. John’s wort is a plant with                yellow flowers.

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St. John’s wort is a plant with                yellow flowers.

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The flowering tops of St. John’s wort are used to prepare teas, tablets, capsules, and liquid extracts. Topical preparations are also available.

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It is a dietary supplement with standardized 0.3% dianthrones measured as hypericin. It helps promote a positive mood and has an effect on the brain's neurotransmitters, just like the SSRI medications that are prescribed for depression.

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Increased sensitivity to sunlight, anxiety, dry mouth, dizziness, gastrointestinal symptoms, fatigue, headache, or sexual dysfunction.

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When taken with certain medications, serious side effects can occur. Caution should be taken when combining St. John's Wort with:
Antidepressants, birth control, cyclosporine, digoxin, some HIV medications, some cancer medications, and warfarin.

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https://nccih.nih.gov/health/stjohnswort/ataglance.htm